Residents of Gaza are increasingly frustrated with the deteriorating living conditions as they approach the holy month of Ramadan. Young Palestinians are discussing their concerns about the continuous Israeli violations and the lack of substantial changes in humanitarian aid and provisions for housing. One young man expresses hope that the upcoming Peace Council meeting, chaired by Donald Trump in Washington, might lead to a positive breakthrough for the region.

Despite the ongoing political developments, many residents remain skeptical due to their daily struggles. The optimism surrounding the Peace Council meeting is tempered by feelings of despair due to the lack of enforcement of agreements made during the ceasefire in October. Residents are particularly worried about the issues surrounding the ‘yellow line’ that encroaches upon nearly 60% of Gaza's territory, fearing that the ongoing delays in addressing these concerns will continue to exacerbate their difficult situation.

Kareem Hamdan, who is currently living in a makeshift tent in the Al-Zawayda area, makes it a point to follow local news broadcasts to stay informed about developments. The mood among Gaza residents is largely one of pessimism as they witness continued neglect of their humanitarian needs and doubt the international community's commitment to resolving the ongoing crisis in Gaza. Amid these challenges, residents are left to wonder if the upcoming meeting will yield any real benefits for their beleaguered community.